Becco's phone reservations for its pre-theater pasta tasting menu open exactly six weeks in advance, and diners note the window closes fast — a Tripadvisor reviewer warned, "if you do not call right away, chances are you will not get a booking," per Tripadvisor.

The competition is specifically for prime pre-curtain slots, since the restaurant is built around getting Broadway-bound diners fed and out on time; walk-ins without reservations risk being shut out during that pre-theater rush, per the same review.

//When the line peaks

Pre-theater dinner hours, when phone reservation slots are most contested, per Tripadvisor

Patterns as reported by press and regulars — not measured by damnlines.

//Getting in

Reservations: phone reservations open six weeks in advance

Walk-ins: possible outside pre-theater peak, not reliable

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//FAQ

How long is the wait at Becco?

Without a reservation during pre-theater hours, diners may not get seated at all — a Tripadvisor reviewer said booking requires calling the moment the six-week window opens.

Does Becco take reservations?

Yes — phone reservations for the pasta tasting menu open exactly six weeks out and are reported to fill quickly, per a Tripadvisor review.

Can you walk into Becco?

It's possible outside peak pre-theater hours, but Tripadvisor reviewers suggest reserving in advance is the reliable way to get a table before a show.

Sources: Tripadvisor